With a population of 806, Mackinaw City is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mackinaw City to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mackinaw City in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mackinaw City, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
When flying to Mackinaw City, you’ll arrive at Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mackinaw City departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 05m.
Another option to get to Mackinaw City is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 321 km from Mackinaw City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Grand Rapids.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairview Beachfront Inn and Comfort Inn Lakeside.
Renting a car in Mackinaw City costs $54 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Pellston Emmet County.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Mackinaw City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.